A Miami Beach Classic in the International Spotlight
News Cafe is a stop on the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau’s four day Miami tours for Caribbean journalists, and it’s exactly the kind of visit The Nassau Guardian, one of the Bahamas’ leading newspapers, likes to capture. On the final morning of the trip, the group gathers for breakfast at News Cafe on Ocean Drive, a fitting close to a journey through the city’s most character rich neighborhoods.
For us, it’s a reminder of something we already know. For nearly four decades, News Cafe has been one of the first places visitors come to experience the real energy of South Beach.
The Story Behind the Icon
The story starts in 1988, when News Cafe opens as a newsstand that brings a taste of European cafe culture to Ocean Drive. Within a year, it becomes a magnet for locals and travelers alike. Expatriates stop in each day to buy a newspaper from their home country and stay to read it over breakfast, turning the terrace into a gathering place that captures the international spirit of Miami Beach.
Its most famous regular is fashion designer Gianni Versace, who walks to the cafe each morning from his Ocean Drive mansion. That connection becomes part of the restaurant’s story and part of the history of Ocean Drive itself.
Today, News Cafe sits at its original spot on the ground floor of the Tony Hotel South Beach, honoring its legacy while adding contemporary touches. The result is an experience that speaks to longtime fans and first time visitors alike.
Breakfast on Ocean Drive, the Way It Should Be
What never changes is the reason people keep coming back. News Cafe remains one of the best places to start the day in South Beach, with a terrace that looks out onto one of the most famous streets in Miami Beach and a menu built around generous, satisfying dishes.
During her visit, the Nassau Guardian editor enjoyed a Burrata Caprese Toast made with locally sourced burrata, cherry tomatoes, avocado, balsamic glaze, Parmesan, and basil, along with an omelette and a cappuccino. She noted that the portions were larger than expected and, in her words, “you definitely get your money’s worth, and the food is tasty, too.”
A Must Visit for First Time Visitors to South Beach
Coverage like this speaks to something we see every day. For travelers arriving in Miami Beach for the first time, especially those visiting from across the Caribbean and beyond, News Cafe is more than a place to eat. It is a piece of Ocean Drive history and an easy, welcoming introduction to the neighborhood, open for breakfast, brunch, and everything the day brings.
If you are planning your own trip to South Beach, there is no better place to begin. Come see why News Cafe is an Ocean Drive institution, and why it continues to earn a spot on the itineraries of visitors from around the world.
From classic breakfasts and all day brunch to fresh salads, sandwiches, and Ocean Drive favorites, there is something for every craving at News Cafe. Take a look at everything we offer before your visit, and come hungry. Explore our full menu and find your new favorite spot on Ocean Drive.
Reserve your table and experience breakfast on Ocean Drive at the cafe where South Beach mornings become a tradition.